NLERS Program vs PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NLERS Program
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The National Law Enforcement Roadway Safety (NLERS) Program provides a suite of no-cost training, technical assistance, and resources to local, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies to prevent officer injuries and fatalities from officer-involved collisions and struck-by incidents. NLERS, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, is a collaborative effort between the National Policing Institute and the Institute for Intergovernmental Research. NLERS offers in-person, virtual, and on-demand courses for executives, patrol officers, and trainers. These courses outline risk factors for officer-involved collisions and struck-by incidents and identify a variety of interventions and technological innovations that can reduce risk. Developed by a national working group of subject matter experts, these evidence-based courses draw heavily from proven successes in the field and widely recognized traffic incident management principles to provide participants with actionable steps, skills, and resources to improve officer safety on the roadways. Where applicable and in accordance with state accreditation standards, NLERS offers credits for its courses. NLERS offers a variety of self-paced training courses and instructional videos that accommodate officers’ busy schedules. Training topics include commentary driving, managing distractions while driving, peer-to-peer accountability, emergency vehicle technology, mitigating struck-by incidents, and vehicle pursuits. Certificates of completion are provided at the conclusion of each course.
PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS
This online training course provides police officers and security professionals with practical, field-tested tactical readiness. Learn self-defense, weapon retention, and handcuffing techniques adapted for real-world demands. Train anytime, anywhere to enhance control and safety in high-pressure situations.
- Tactical self-defense
- Weapon retention
- Handcuffing integration
- Standing and ground control
- Defensive base and posture
- Break fall techniques
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PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS is an online training course designed for police officers, security professionals, and defense specialists who need to sharpen their tactical readiness without compromising their time or responsibilities. This program provides a flexible, practical, and field-tested system that allows you to train anytime, anywhere. The course covers tactical self-defense, standing and ground control, weapon retention, and handcuffing integration—all adapted to the real-world demands of modern policing. What you will learn: • Principles of defensive base and posture under pressure. • Standing defense techniques: grip breaks, arm control, push defense, headlock defense. • Break fall techniques to minimize injury. • Safe and effective takedowns to control aggressors. • Ground control positions: mount, side control, back control, with weapon retention in mind. • Escapes from bottom positions, guard control, and recovery. • Weapon retention, both standing and grounded. • Handcuffing techniques integrated with submissions (Americana, Kimura, Armbar). Course objectives: • Maintain control in high-pressure encounters. • Neutralize threats without unnecessary use of force. • Protect your weapon in duty-related scenarios. • Apply martial arts techniques within tactical policing contexts. Who is this course for? • Law enforcement officers (local, state, federal). • Armed and unarmed security professionals. • Military personnel. • Correctional officers. • Defensive tactics instructors. • Civilians seeking professional-grade self-defense skills. About the instructor: The course is led by Lt. José R. Cantú Jr., founder of PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS. With 19+ years in active law enforcement, certified in Defensive Tactics, Weapon Retention, and Jiu-Jitsu, Lt. Cantú brings real-world expertise to every lesson. He is a former instructor of Gracie Survival Tactics and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, combining martial arts mastery with operational law enforcement experience. Why choose PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS? • Designed by an active-duty police lieutenant. • Built on field-tested and pressure-tested principles. • Adapted for rotating schedules and 24/7 availability. • Focused on control, officer safety, and decision-making. Train with purpose. Train with control. PATROL MODE CONTR OL TACTICS prepares you to act with confidence and precision when it matters most. Plan: 1 Product Name: Bully Defense Course – Non-Violent Self-Defense with BJJ - Type: Non-consumable - Description: Subscription - Duration: Monthly/Yearly Feature: Course Plan: 2 Product Name: Tactical Self-Defense & Weapon Retention for Security and Law Enforcement - Type: Non-consumable - Description: Subscription - Duration: Monthly/Yearly Feature: Course Payments and Renewal: • Payment will be charged to the iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and will identify the cost of the renewal. • Subscriptions will be managed by the user, and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy : https://www.patrol-mode.com/privacy-notice Terms of Use : https://www.patrol-mode.com/terms-of-use
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NLERS Program at none against PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS's 4. PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $25.00 per month. NLERS Program asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | NLERS Program | PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 179 MB | 161 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The Police Foundation | PATROL MODEL LLC |
In-app purchases
NLERS Program
No in-app purchases
PATROL MODE CONTROL TACTICS
- Tactical Defense & Retention$25.001 Month
- Bully Defense Course$25.001 Month
- Tactical Defense & Retention$200.001 Year
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- Bully Defense Course$200.001 Year





